Migianella Walk, Niccone Valley
Yesterday afternoon I went over the route of the Migianella Walk from my book, Circular Walks On The Tuscany Umbria Border.
Migianella, an old village above the Niccone Valley on the Tuscany Umbria border
Start Near Spedalicchio
The walk starts with a climb from the Niccone Valley floor near the village of Spedalicchio. Near the top I stopped at this abandoned house to photograph the views and enjoy the views.
Views from an abandoned house on the Migianella Walk
Orchids & Other Wild Flowers
There were plenty of orchids out and an amazing display of dandelions in the fields and between the olive trees.
Orchids and a spectacular view on the Migianella walk
Migianella Dei Marchesi
I made my way along the ridge towards the restored village of Migianella dei Marchesi, it’s now private property so not open for a look around. Monte Acuto loomed large in the background and there were spectacular views across the Niccone Valley and towards the Apennine mountains.
Monte Acuto and Migianella
Goats
I met some friendly Italians living the good life and raising goats and other livestock, after enjoying a glass of wine with them I made my way onwards.
Goats On The Migianella Walk, Biccone Valley, Tuscany Umbria Border
Wild Asparagus Foragers
Wherever I walk on the Tuscany Umbria border I am not surprised to come across a 4×4 Fiat Panda, I think this one was owned by people looking for wild asparagus, I could hear them chatting in the woods.
Asparagus hunters’ Fiat Panda 4v4, Migianella Walk
Half way around the walk my camera battery packed up, but I think these photos give you a pretty good idea of the scenery you’ll come across on the beautiful circular walk.